Chāteau La Fleur de Gay - Pomerol 2016 (750ml)

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Producer	Chāteau La Fleur de Gay
Country	France
Region	Pomerol
Varietal	Merlot
Vintage	2016
Sku	121627
Size	750ml

Chāteau La Fleur de Gay Description

Rated 94 by Decanter
The colour is still almost a primeur purple, rich, vibrant and violet-edged. The nose is youthful but majestic and full of promise, with smoky caramel, liquorice and dark chocolate. Gorgeous floral notes spiral out of the glass after five minutes. That the wine is full of inky depths, generous but withholding at the same time, showcases the ability of Pomerol to taste good young without sacrificing an ability to age. This is one of the great wines of Pomerol. 100% new oak. Drinking Window 2022 - 2040.
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
Ripe and showy, showing a core of steeped plum and blackberry fruit flavors infused with black tea and anise notes, all backed by a well-integrated roasted apple wood spine. Offers solid drive through the finish, with a flash of smoldering charcoal detail adding intrigue. Best from 2022 through 2035. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 547 cases made.
JS
93
Rated 93 by James Suckling
Where is that Peking duck? Ripe and rich with a solid structure, this is a serious and substantial Pomerol with a very satisfying balance of ripe and savory character, the tannins building nicely at the finish. Drink or hold.
JD
92
Rated 92 by Jeb Dunnuck
The 2016 Château La Fleur de Gay reveals a saturated purple color as well as a complex style in its notes of new saddle leather, lead pencil, graphite, tobacco leaf, and sweet red and black fruits. It’s a medium to full-bodied, sexy Pomerol that has moderate tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a plush, polished, elegant texture that keeps you coming back to the glass. It’s a beautiful wine. Drink it any time over the coming 15-20 years.
WA
91
Rated 91 by Wine Advocate
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2016 La Fleur de Gay has cedar, toast, cloves and cinnamon scents with a core of redcurrants, black cherries and stewed plums plus a waft of cigars. The palate is medium to full-bodied, firm and grainy, finishing very oaky.